Baked Sardines with Herbs and Lemon

Rustic wooden board holding two pieces of baked sardine, garnished with red onion cubes and cracked black pepper, next to a lemon wedge.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg sardines, cleaned and scaled, fresh
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

How to prepare

  1. Oven Setup: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Prep the sardines: Wash the sardines under running cold water, then use a paper towel to thoroughly pat them dry.

  3. Seasoning Base: Arrange the sardines in a baking dish and sprinkle them with salt and pepper.

  4. Create the Herb Dressing: In a small container, whisk together the olive oil, crushed garlic, minced parsley, chopped dill, and dried oregano.

  5. Coat the Fish: Drizzle the herb mixture over the sardines, ensuring every piece is evenly covered.

  6. Add Citrus: Place thin slices of lemon on top of the sardines.

  7. Cooking Time: Cook them in the hot oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and has a golden-brown colour.

  8. Serving: Serve the baked sardines while still hot, alongside some fresh lemon wedges.


About the author

Tonia Kaparelioti
Nutritionist & Wellness Coach

Tonia graduated in Economics from the University of Athens and began her career in Consumer Engagement. Having always been passionate about health and well-being, she eventually decided to follow her true calling and pursued a Nutrition degree at the University of Greenwich in London, supplementing her knowledge with certifications in NLP and NLP Wellbeing Coaching through INLPTA.

This combination of scientific training and mindset-focused tools enables her to take a holistic approach to health, supporting sustainable behavior change and long-term wellness. 

Today, Tonya is the founder of Believe in Yourself, where she guides individuals toward healthier habits and lifestyle through tailored nutrition and coaching programs. 

Tonia graduated in Economics from the University of Athens and began her career in Consumer Engagement. Having always been passionate about health and well-being, she eventually decided to follow her true calling and pursued a Nutrition degree at the University of Greenwich in London, supplementing her knowledge with certifications in NLP and NLP Wellbeing Coaching through INLPTA.

This combination of scientific training and mindset-focused tools enables her to take a holistic approach to health, supporting sustainable behavior change and long-term wellness. 

Today, Tonya is the founder of Believe in Yourself, where she guides individuals toward healthier habits and lifestyle through tailored nutrition and coaching programs. 

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Recipe details

Serves
4
Total time
45 Minutes
Course
Lunch, Dinner
Difficulty
Easy

Nutrition facts

Per Serving:
  • 250 calories
  • fat 18g
  • carbohydrates 2g
  • protein 22g
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